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Judge Rules Lapu Lapu Festival Suspect Fit to Stand Trial as 31 Attempted Murder Counts Are Added

The case advances under a publication ban that still shields the fitness-hearing evidence.

Overview

  • Kai-Ji Adam Lo now faces 11 counts of second-degree murder and an additional 31 counts of attempted murder tied to the April 26 vehicle attack in East Vancouver.
  • A judge found Lo fit to stand trial after a provincially supervised hearing that focused on his ability to participate in his defence.
  • Two forensic psychiatrists testified during July proceedings, but their evidence remains under wraps due to a court-ordered publication ban.
  • A media consortium that includes The Canadian Press has challenged the ban, with a ruling on that application expected from the same court.
  • A recent city safety review concluded the festival followed required protocols and had been assessed as low risk, prompting broader discussions on event security and mental-health policy.